The United States has called on Iran to publicly affirm that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to international shipping and to commit to ending attacks on commercial vessels transiting the strategic waterway.

The request comes after a series of maritime incidents that have heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran, despite an ongoing ceasefire agreement aimed at reducing hostilities.

According to reports citing unnamed US officials, Iranian representatives privately told advisers to President Donald Trump that recent attacks on commercial ships were a mistake. The officials said Iran reportedly attributed the incidents to a rogue internal group rather than actions directed by the country’s leadership.

The White House has viewed this week’s attacks in the Strait of Hormuz as a breach of the ceasefire agreement between the two countries. Nevertheless, President Trump said both sides had agreed to continue diplomatic talks in an effort to prevent further escalation.

Iran has rejected accusations that it deliberately violated the ceasefire. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated on social media that Iran had honored its commitments under the agreement and instead accused the United States of failing to uphold its obligations.

The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical maritime routes, with a significant share of global oil exports passing through the narrow waterway each day. Any disruption to commercial shipping in the region has the potential to affect international energy markets and regional security.

Diplomatic efforts are expected to continue as both countries seek to stabilize the situation while addressing disputes over maritime security and compliance with the ceasefire agreement.